Adopt a Rescue Dog in Wales

Akita Rescue is dedicated to the rescue, welfare and protection of American and Japanese Akitas in the UK. Dogs are assessed and matched with homes that can meet the needs of the breed, and the charity also supports fostering for Akitas that need a second chance.

All Creatures Great and Small Animal Sanctuary is a long-established animal welfare charity dedicated to providing care, rehabilitation, and safe accommodation for animals in need. Based in Wales, the sanctuary offers medical treatment and lifelong care to animals that cannot be rehomed, while actively working to find suitable homes for domestic pets whenever possible. The charity operates a strict non-euthanasia policy, with veterinary intervention only used to prevent unnecessary suffering, and places strong emphasis on education and responsible animal care within the local community. Founded in 1992 by animal welfare campaigner Vivienne Harris, the sanctuary has helped thousands of animals over the decades and continues her legacy of compassion, advocacy, and lifelong protection for vulnerable animals.

Almost Home North Wales is a small, passionate dog rescue based in North Wales, dedicated to giving abandoned dogs a safe haven and the chance to live “the good life.” The charity rescues and rehomes dogs with their welfare always at the centre, prioritising local pound dogs and urgent social cases, while carefully matching each dog to the most suitable home. Alongside rehoming, the rescue is strongly committed to education—supporting responsible ownership, raising awareness of cruelty and exploitation, and helping young people understand and respect dogs. Supported by qualified behaviour specialists and experienced volunteers, the charity offers lifetime support to adopters and fosterers. Guided by compassion and advocacy, it actively campaigns against puppy farming, online dog sales, and practices that cause unnecessary suffering to dogs.

Alpet Poundies Rescue is a small, independent animal rescue based in Croeslan, Ceredigion, caring primarily for dogs in need across West Wales. Run from home kennels by a qualified veterinary nurse and experienced dog trainer, the rescue focuses on rehabilitation, behavioural support, and finding safe, suitable forever homes for each dog. Dogs are cared for in on-site kennels or placed with trusted foster homes while awaiting adoption, and the charity is committed to avoiding euthanasia except in the most serious and unavoidable welfare circumstances. Alpet Poundies Rescue also supports private rehoming cases, including hand-ins and ex-breeding dogs, and has successfully rehomed hundreds of dogs while continuing to provide long-term care for those who need extended support.

We are a small, independent rescue charity (charity reg: 1146676), based on the beautiful west Wales coast and our sole aim is to rescue and re-home domestic animals. We do this with the aid of a small band of dedicated volunteers and experts whose sole aim is the welfare of animals.

Blue Cross is one of the UK’s leading animal welfare charities, supporting sick, injured, and homeless pets since 1897. The charity works to protect vulnerable animals while helping pets and people thrive together, offering veterinary care, behavioural support, and rehoming services across the UK. Blue Cross also provides advice to pet owners, operates pet food banks, and supports pets when their owners can no longer care for them. With a long history of innovation and advocacy in animal welfare, the charity continues to promote compassionate, inclusive care to ensure pets enjoy healthy, happy lives with people who love them.

British Chihuahua Rescue is a volunteer-run charity dedicated to relieving the suffering of Chihuahuas in need due to hardship, neglect, changes in circumstances, or owner ill health. Established in 1988 and registered as a charity in 2002 (1094417), the rescue is overseen by a board of trustees and operates without paid staff. The organisation is committed not only to the welfare of the breed but also to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all adopters and supporters. Through responsible rehoming and compassionate care, British Chihuahua Rescue works to give vulnerable Chihuahuas a safe and loving second chance.

Cardiff Dogs Home is based in South Wales, with dogs of all ages and breeds being looked after, vaccinated, wormed and check with their own vet.

Celandine Wood Animal Rescue exists to provide a true lifeline to animals in need, with a firm commitment never to euthanise an animal unless it is genuinely in their best interests and all other options have been exhausted. Founded by a veterinary surgeon troubled by the number of animals facing unnecessary euthanasia for treatable medical or behavioural issues, the rescue brings together veterinary surgeons, veterinary nurses, human nurses, and dedicated volunteers with a wide range of skills and experience. The charity works to rehabilitate and rehome animals wherever possible, while also offering lifelong sanctuary to those who cannot be rehomed. Celandine Wood Animal Rescue also treats injured wildlife, always aiming to return animals safely to their natural habitat. Run entirely by volunteers, the team works tirelessly alongside their everyday commitments, always prioritising the care and welfare of the animals they support.

Dogs Trust is one of the UK’s leading dog welfare charities, supporting dogs and their owners since it was founded in 1891 by Lady Gertrude Stock. Guided by the belief that a dog is for life, the charity provides care for dogs in distress, helps find loving new homes when needed, and supports owners during difficult circumstances. Dogs Trust works across the UK to protect the lifelong bond between dogs and people, offering practical help, education, and advocacy at every stage of a dog’s life. In the last year alone, the charity provided care for over 11,700 dogs without homes, continuing its long-standing mission to create a better future for dogs and the people who love them.

German Shepherd Dog Rescue (GSDR) is a volunteer-run charity founded in 2001 and granted charitable status in 2011, dedicated to rescuing, fostering, and rehoming German Shepherd Dogs and related large shepherd breeds. Operating across England and Wales, the organisation carefully assesses each dog and matches them to suitable adopters, providing ongoing advice and support to ensure lasting placements. Without its own kennels, GSDR relies on foster homes and boarding facilities, with kennelling costs forming its largest expense. Rehoming 200–300 dogs each year, the charity aims to establish its own dedicated facility to better support urgent and complex cases.

Greenacres Rescue is an all-animal rescue centre based in the heart of Pembrokeshire, South West Wales, founded in June 2008. The charity provides sanctuary and care to animals of all kinds, making it the only rescue of its type in the county and a vital haven for creatures great and small. While rooted locally, Greenacres Rescue supports animals across the UK, working tirelessly to give as many as possible a safer, brighter future. Adoption is at the heart of their mission, offering people the chance to transform an animal’s life—and their own—through compassion and companionship. Visitors are welcome to explore the animals currently in care and learn more about the adoption journey toward a loving forever home.